U'mista Summer Program August 25 - 28, 2026

Register now for Week 9 of U'mista's 2026 Summer Programming -- "Build-a-Kwakw-Bear with Tanis Dawson"!

Create a teddy bear that represents Kwakwa̱ka̱'wakw culture and heritage.

* August 25 to 28, Tuesday to Friday *

10:00am to 3:00pm daily, with a lunch break at noon. Lunch is provided.

Bring your own teddy bear or doll to make regalia for, or choose one of ours! Supplies will be available including blanket and vest materials, buttons, sequins and beading materials, and cedar for headpieces.

**Registration is required. Space is limited to 10 participants per day, and priority is given to Kwakwa̱ka̱'wakw participants.

Contact Kimberly Willie to register:

kimberly.willie@umista.ca

250-974-5403

Free with admission.

*Please note, though we try our best, schedule may change at any time! Make sure to follow us on social for updates!

U'mista Cultural Centre, #1 Front Street, Alert Bay, BC

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